Senior Civil Engineer, Water and Sewage Systems (with Relocation Assistance to Campbell River, BC)

JE Anderson & Associates; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 82,656 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Company performance bonuses

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Relocation allowance

Paid continuing education

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Canada seeks a Senior Civil Engineer specializing in designing and managing water and sewage systems. This role involves co-leading the Campbell River office, mentoring junior staff, and overseeing various projects. Candidates must be a Professional Civil Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and excellent benefits including health coverage, paid vacation, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Professional Civil Engineer in good standing with Engineers and Geoscientists BC.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing sewage and water systems.
• Experience with team leadership or project management.

Responsibilities

• Co-leading the Campbell River office operations.
• Designing sewage and water systems for various projects.
• Managing land development projects and leading project proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team mentoring

Civil 3D proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer, Water and Sewage Systems

J.E. Anderson & Associates is looking for a full-time Senior Civil Engineer based in Campbell River, BC.

Reporting to the management and partnership team, you will play a pivotal role in co-leading the Campbell River office while providing expert guidance on sewage and water system design across projects on Vancouver Island.

In this position, you will be primarily responsible for overseeing civil engineering projects from concept to completion, with a focus on community water and sewage systems, while supporting the growth and success of junior staff and contributing to the leadership of a small, high-performing team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Co-leading day-to-day operations of the Campbell River office alongside a professional surveyor
• Designing sewage and water systems, including community-scale and advanced treatment systems
• Managing land development projects including rural subdivisions, site servicing, and frontage improvements
• Leading project proposals, cost estimates, reports, and scheduling
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers, EITs, and technical staff
• Collaborating with teams in Nanaimo, Parksville, and Victoria on multidisciplinary projects
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure quality project delivery
• Contributing to client relationship development and business growth initiatives

To qualify, you will need to be a Professional Civil Engineer in good standing with, or eligible for registration with, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. A minimum of 5 years of experience designing sewage and water systems will also be essential, along with some team leadership and/or project management experience.

Required qualifications include:

• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
• Ability to travel occasionally between office locations on Vancouver Island

Preferred skills and background include:

• Experience designing community-scale sewage, water, and advanced treatment systems
• Familiarity with land development and infrastructure projects including subdivisions, site servicing, and frontage works
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and other engineering design tools
• Strong knowledge of BC land development standards and regulatory processes
• Confidence preparing proposals, budgets, schedules, and technical reports
• Ability to guide and support junior engineers or technical staff
• Experience working with clients, contractors, and approving authorities
• Solid time management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Compensation includes a competitive hourly wage of $60 to $75 per hour, depending on experience, with approximately 40 hours per week and the flexibility to accommodate periods of lighter or heavier workloads.

Additional benefits include:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, overtime pay, sick time, and statutory holidays
• Company performance bonuses
• Company cell phone plan
• Vehicle allowance or access to a company vehicle for work-related travel
• Relocation allowance for the right candidate
• Paid continuing education
• Potential entry into J.E. Anderson’s associate program
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with social events and activities
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to local and regional land development projects

J.E. Anderson & Associates is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.